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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2017 8:52:23 GMT
He looked deep into her eyes, he frowned and touched her ear gently. The panther had the same notch. He smiles at her and his hand rests on her shoulder.
Caleb felt both scared and happy at the same time, he had come to Arkham to find a new family and now in the strangest of ways he had. Arthur would always be family even if they hardly saw each other, Matilda was new but Arthur trusted her so she was like the quietly odd little sister he never had, even Teagen who had all her own troubles was slowly becoming part of his extended family. He really hoped Calista would be too but he was so scared his Garou nature would destry everything.
'I control my beast almost all the time, just sometimes i get angry and it breaks free. I've never hurt someone that didn't deserve it by accident! I'm real sorry darlin' about hurtin' you, I thought you were an actually wild animal and was worried about you!' he laughed at that and shook his head,'Jesus, that made sense in my head! Do you know what I mean?'
'So an Animagus, is that a Bastet word? Or are you different even from that?'
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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2017 14:45:21 GMT
Calista shook her head and kissed Caleb on the cheek. "it is alright, really. It's not everyday you see a black panther wandering around in Massachusetts. I am not scared of you, it just took me by surprise. After being alone for the last 5 years, my tolerance for surprises has been reduced dramatically. I am not who i once was, but I am determined to get back there." She said, taking his hand in hers.
Listening to his question she thought for a moment. "No, not like a Bastet. I am no goddess." She laughed lightly. "I can morph at will. It is a learned, rather than hereditary skill." She said, her green eyes locking to his. "I am also registered as such, my ear being the trait on the registry with my eyes." Her face turned serious for a moment, his agitation showing a bit. "Are you alright?" She asked, wondering if he was worried about something. She really hoped it hadn't been the fact that she could change so easily.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2017 12:13:21 GMT
He squeezed her hand in his and his other hand traced circles on the back of hers.
'Aye I'm fine darlin', listen don't take this like I want to rush things! But for you to understand the answer to that question it's a long one!' now he looked embaressed. 'I lost my family back home, thats why I've ended up here. To get away from ghosts! I found me aul'friend Dickens and through him have made another two, Matilda and Teagan. Now Dickens, Matilda and I have been through quite abit together over the last few months the NY trip being the most recent, thats where we met Teagan and she saved my life! So they are like family now, then there's you! Calista I really like you, I don't wanna make you think I'm all over bearin' and pushy. I'm worried that my Beast will be a dick!' he sgrins at her like a little lost boy truely not sure of himself for the first time in ages.
'I'm friggin' shittin' mysel' here, I'm afraid you'll tell me to run along cause I'm to much hassle. Also I really don't wanna bring all my troubles to your doorstep. An then you'll be like 'Caleb! What the feck are you doin'? Get outta my sight you dirty fecker!' shite now I'm babblin' sorry Calista.'
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2017 18:39:10 GMT
Calista looked at Caleb as he spoke, the obvious nervous tone loud and clear. He seemed to talk fast when he got that way, or so she noticed from their few meetings. She looked down at him holding her hands and smiled. Her green gaze turned up to Caleb's and she inhaled, holding it for a moment and then letting her breath out slowly. "I really like you too. A lot." She said, right in the middle of the part where he said she would run him off. Her voice quiet. Pulling her hand away from the circles, she put it on the side of his face gently and leaned forward, softly kissing him. "A LOT.".
"I knew you were a wild handful when I met you. that is exactly the type of person I need in my life now and forward. Trust me, I don't let people hang around that I don't see making an impact on my life in a positive way. Outside of business, my circle is very small." She said, resting her forehead against his, squeezing his hand with the one he still held. "But don't let an old woman like me ruin your fun." She said, laughing, tryin to lighten his mood.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 23, 2017 9:05:29 GMT
Relief washed over him as she spoke. She wanted him to stay around. 'Calista darlin' I'm glad you said that.' Smiling at he realises she just said 'Old Woman' What? She's isn't that old.
'Less of the old woman talk, your not that old I'm sure!' he laughed as he finished talking.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 23, 2017 23:28:28 GMT
Calista smiled at him and laughed. "Thirty-two and counting." She bit her bottom lip and went silent fir a bit. "I am also a mom." She said, her eyes averting to the picture of the green-eyed, raven-haired little boy on the wall. She sighed and looked down for a moment befire back to Caleb.
"Now I expect you to run. However, for safety he is not with me. He won't be for a while." She said, meeting Caleb's gaze softly.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 24, 2017 17:45:56 GMT
He brow furrowed slightly as he listened to Calista, then he smiled warmly at her. 'Calista darlin' theres no way I'm runnin' just 'cause you got a lil'one! I know I look the sort that would run, but children are the only real way we leave anythin' behind.' he ran the back of his fingers across her check and smiled again.
'You mentioned your kid ain't here till its safe! You got some troubles darlin'? Maybe I can help yah out?'
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Post by Deleted on Jun 24, 2017 18:48:26 GMT
Calista smiled and leaned into his touch, her eyes closing for a moment. When she opened them, they were alight and smiling. "Just a little trouble with his father's acquaintances is all." She said, putting her hand over his.
"There hasnt been much trouble lately, but better safe than sorry." Calista eyed him and shook her head. "I didn't know there was a look for the type to run." She said. "I don't look at someone and assume they will take off. In fact, I thought you were cute rather than a runner." She laughed lightly.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 26, 2017 6:41:15 GMT
She had a natural way about her that put him at ease, he smiled as she said she thought he was cute. 'Well when I first saw you I thought you were the prettiest and hottest woman I'd seen. So I said to meself, 'Caleb you cant let this one walk on by!' and well here we are!'he laughs.
'If you don't mind me askin' what kinda trouble is it? Mundane or otherwise?'
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Post by Deleted on Jun 26, 2017 19:11:17 GMT
Calista laughed and looked down at her hand on his. She moved and grasped his hand, weaving her fingers into his. "I really appreciate that. It sure beats worn out old hag. Though sometimes that can be true. It all depends on how much I have slept and who has driven me insane."
"Oh, just the fact his father was a Deatheater. Don't get me wrong, he was the kindest, most understanding man when it came to me. However he disappeared without a trace. It was shortly after that the others were trying to get to my son. Something about a item his father had given him. To this day i am not even sure what that item was or is." She turned her eyes back up to Caleb. Nobody but me knows where he is." She said, sighing. "He is a special little boy, but just how special most don't even know. Beyond just a mother and son relationship." She shrugged.
"Enough of the doom and gloom" Calista said, looking him over. "How are you feeling?" She said, brushing a bit of fuzz from the cloth bandages from his hair.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 27, 2017 8:51:21 GMT
He thought about the answer to that for a few minutes and decided to give the shorter version. 'Lil'bit sore but nothin' a lil'bit of tender loving care wouldn't fix.' he grinned his cheeky lop sided smile at her, 'Really between my natural healin' and your medicines only really my gut hurts.' Caleb lifts her hand to his lips and kisses the back of it, 'We can all be worn and hag like at times darlin', but i find it hard to believe you ever look bad.'
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Post by Deleted on Jun 27, 2017 15:57:09 GMT
Calista smiled and rose from the couch. "I will have Lydia start on lunch. If you feel up to it, the library is right this way." She said, still holding his hand to guide him.
"You would be surprised just how rough I can look after a night on the prowl." She laughed.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 27, 2017 18:26:51 GMT
He followed her as she led im through the halls of the house to the library. 'I'll have a look but I ain't the brains of the partnership! That'd be Dickens.' he rubbed his belly as they walked, 'Food would be great, I'm famished.'
Listening to Calista again making little of her looks he smiled, Oh I know all about rough nights, I bet you still look better than me after one!'
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Post by Deleted on Jun 28, 2017 23:25:23 GMT
Calista smiled and laughed, leading him through the house. "I bet I walk better in heels than you after a rough night, too." She said, smirking. As they reached a set of double wooden doors, she hesitated. "Its bigger on the inside. Yay, magic." She said, throwing open the doors. "I am sure your business partner can find something he likes on here." The musty smell of old books seeped into the hall. The library, which was about 10 times bigger inside than the wing appeared from the outside it occupied stood before them.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 29, 2017 21:08:19 GMT
He looked around let out a whistle, Arthur will either die or faint when he sees this.
'Holy Christ my friend might die when he sees this! You certainly have managed to gather a few books then?' he laughs as he looks at her.
'Your right darlin' I bet you do and look better in them too.' he stops looking at the millions of books, that really is more Arthurs thing and concentrates on her.
'So what we eating'? After you wanna go for a run?'
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Post by Deleted on Jul 1, 2017 1:47:27 GMT
Calista chuckles. "I sure hope he doesn't. I don't need your friend haunting the library. That job is already taken." She said gesturing at the apparition of a stern looking woman floating past. "These books have been collecting here for generations. I am just the next in line."
Calista looked at Caleb and met his gaze. "Lydia is already cooking something. She is good at getting things done on schedule. I believe she had brisket started last night outside." Calista smiled and took his hand.
"Race you after dinner." She said, leading him towards the double doors.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 2, 2017 9:29:01 GMT
Again he let Calista led him to where the food would be served. His wounds feeling allot better, he knew that once he had shifted and ran for awhile he would be all better.
'Thanks for this Cal, your a saint.' he laughed softly when he finished. 'It really means allot to me darlin', I ain't had anyone for so long.' memories from long ago flood back to him, of his family, of the day he meet Dickens.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 3, 2017 13:12:47 GMT
Calista smiled and as Lydia cleared the table, rose and stretched. She had eaten more than usual, but closer to normal for herself before she went into hiding. At Caleb's words, she paused, her green eyes regarding him for a moment. Moving to his side, she put her arms around his neck and kissed him softly, her forehead against his. "Well you have someone now."
Calista looked into his eyes and smiled. "Seems so do I." She moved away and looked to the huge French doors. "How about that run?" She said, grinning.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2017 12:11:02 GMT
He had ate allot, he always did. Something about being a Garou gave him a large appetite.
As Calista put her arms around his neck he smiled happy at what she had said. 'Lydia sure is a Damn fine cook!' her kiss was sweet, warm, good. He watched her as she walked to the doors.
He smiled his lop sided grin and followed her outside
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2017 15:39:26 GMT
Calista smiled and nodded. "One of the best." She said, stepping out onto the back deck. Within a few moments she shifted, the black panther looking at Caleb with green eyes glinting and notched ear pivoting. She lashed her tail and down the staircase and towards the wooded trails she ran, a yowl given as she disappeared into the forest, challenging him to follow.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2017 22:58:36 GMT
He runs and leaps down the steps shifting midflight. Landing heavy on the dirt he bounds into the woods after her in his wolf form.
Instantly he knew he was at a disadvantage, so he did what he did best. He raised his snout and sniffed the air, his ears moves almost independently of each other as he listened.
Slowly he moves through the dense undergrowth, alert for the slightest noise.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 7, 2017 0:53:16 GMT
Calist watched with her green eyes from above on a low hanging giant oak limb, ears twitching. She heard the wolf first and then saw him moving through the brush below. She waited as he passed just slightly and started to sniff the air.
Tail flicking playfully, the panther leapt down, landing behind the wolf, batting playfully at his tail, claws hidden in her huge paws before running around him like a giant, awkward kitten.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 9, 2017 18:50:23 GMT
She was fast and bloody quiet. He was glad they weren't fighting this time, she would have had him.
He watched her running circles round him and tried a few playful snaps at her but wasn't quick enough.
Caleb hunched low and ran straight out of the circle barking as he went. He turned to see if she was following, barking at her to follow. He wanted to lead her to the small lake on through grounds, the glow bugs would be out now.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 11, 2017 3:49:53 GMT
Calista slowed ger circles and dodged his playful snaps, her strong haunches propelling her after the wolf as he barked, her paws barely making a sound as she moved along behind him. As they reached the lake, little pulsing spots of light were beginning to fire up.
The panther slowed, looking at the small lake. It was extremely wild now, overtaken by nature. It was once.a beautiful spot for picnics and swim.parties. now it was just a wild piece of beauty. The cat sat in the large grass, head tilted and tail snaking lightly as she watched Caleb in his wolf form. Batting at a firefly for a moment she felt playful and at ease.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 11, 2017 10:03:34 GMT
For a moment he toyed with the glowbugs until he realised that Calista was watching him. He stopped and looked at her with an almost guilty look on his face. Even in wolf form he still looked like he was smiling, Caleb slowly walked over beside her and nudged her with his strong and muscled shoulder.
Resting back on his hind legs he rubs his head against hers and under her chin before laying down, he thought to himself how funny it would be if someone were to stumble across them.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 25, 2017 2:58:54 GMT
Calista looked at Caleb through half-lidded eyes, her whiskers straight out. As the wolf lay down, the large cat followed suit, her large head resting on the grass as she lay on her side, tail lazily twitching.
The odd scene of panther and wolf would make for interesting stories. It was suddenly that Calista shifted, the large paw turning into her human hand, stroking the wolf's dense fur.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 29, 2017 18:01:19 GMT
He rolled onto his back,his massive head resting on her lap. As she stroked his fur, his long canine tongue rolled out of his smiling wolf mouth.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 30, 2017 0:57:32 GMT
Calista laughed and scratched the large wolf's chest and stomach, shaking her head at his lupine grin. "You are going to make a dog person out of me yet, Caleb Molloy."
She quieted and looked out at the fireflies, their light on the mirrored surface of the pond. She hoped that the warmth would be returned here, so many lives lost. That was the downward spiral for the estate. Calista looked back down at Caleb.
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